Can you tell me about JMU?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:JMU All applicants 2021-22:

Applied: 21335

Accepted: 18380

Acceptance rate: 86.2%

Source: SCHEV

Weird that you don't include a link. Here's mine. Last year's admission rate was 81%. This year's admission rate was 71%. Did you really think no one would call you out on your false information?

https://research.schev.edu/iProfile/232423/James-Madison-University

Um, YOU are the one posting false information. Bizarre.

JMU. 2021-22 Total 21,335 18,380 86.2% 4,801 26.1% 2,955 13.9

Provide your link then. I provided mine and you can see plain as day that the acceptance rate was 81% for 21-22.

[Anonymous]

As with everything, post college success depends on the kid and what they do with their opportunity. I think we can all agree JMU is not the most prestigious school in the state but that doesn’t mean someone can’t come out towards the top of their class and make a name for themselves. And have fun doing it.

[Anonymous]

81% 86% what's the difference
you can pretty much walk in

[Anonymous]

The kids who went to JMU from her HS were generally bright, social and well rounded, but “just missed” UVA, WM or VT Engineering (and these programs are very competitive from NOVA— lots of top students get locked out). Humanities at JMU and VT seem to be similarly competitive.

My kid is a studious introvert and is loving WM. If she has not been accepted, she would not have attended JMU because outgoing, social party scene is not someplace she would have been happy. Her other applications were SLACs and UMW as a safety.

Like all colleges, it’s a fit. The kids in the top 10% to 30% of our large NOVA HS seem to excel there— especially kids whose ECs are athletics, drama or something similarly team based and want a balance of academic and fun.

I attended a SLAC, and one of my concerns about JMU and VT was that so many kids were off campus after the first year. I like the residential college vibe for my kids (of course, WM is renovating dorms and now only guarantees two years of housing, so *shrug*).

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:81% 86% what's the difference
you can pretty much walk in

Yes. Walk in if you have 4.0.
It’s increasingly difficult.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:81% 86% what's the difference
you can pretty much walk in

Really? Lots of disappointed applicants, every single year. But do go on.

[Anonymous]

Just curious for those with access to Naviance in NOVA, what acceptance rates are you seeing for last year’s class?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote: The kids who went to JMU from her HS were generally bright, social and well rounded, but “just missed” UVA, WM or VT Engineering (and these programs are very competitive from NOVA— lots of top students get locked out). Humanities at JMU and VT seem to be similarly competitive.

My kid is a studious introvert and is loving WM. If she has not been accepted, she would not have attended JMU because outgoing, social party scene is not someplace she would have been happy. Her other applications were SLACs and UMW as a safety.

Like all colleges, it’s a fit. The kids in the top 10% to 30% of our large NOVA HS seem to excel there— especially kids whose ECs are athletics, drama or something similarly team based and want a balance of academic and fun.

I attended a SLAC, and one of my concerns about JMU and VT was that so many kids were off campus after the first year. I like the residential college vibe for my kids (of course, WM is renovating dorms and now only guarantees two years of housing, so *shrug*).

I also have a studious introvert who did choose JMU - and it’s been the best experience for him. He has come out of his shell in innumerable ways while still pursuing a very challenging major. I’ve honestly never seen him so happy and animated. He’ll probably always be an introvert at heart (like me!), but his world has opened up so much by attending JMU. I once asked him if he’d ever want to transfer and he said not in a million years.

And he lived on campus for his first two years. He’s now a junior and living off campus with his best friends. Highly, highly recommend JMU.

[Anonymous]

All of this!! ^^

[Anonymous]

Kings of the East! GO DUKES. Great football season.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote: The kids who went to JMU from her HS were generally bright, social and well rounded, but “just missed” UVA, WM or VT Engineering (and these programs are very competitive from NOVA— lots of top students get locked out). Humanities at JMU and VT seem to be similarly competitive.

My kid is a studious introvert and is loving WM. If she has not been accepted, she would not have attended JMU because outgoing, social party scene is not someplace she would have been happy. Her other applications were SLACs and UMW as a safety.

Like all colleges, it’s a fit. The kids in the top 10% to 30% of our large NOVA HS seem to excel there— especially kids whose ECs are athletics, drama or something similarly team based and want a balance of academic and fun.

I attended a SLAC, and one of my concerns about JMU and VT was that so many kids were off campus after the first year. I like the residential college vibe for my kids (of course, WM is renovating dorms and now only guarantees two years of housing, so *shrug*).

I also have a studious introvert who did choose JMU - and it’s been the best experience for him. He has come out of his shell in innumerable ways while still pursuing a very challenging major. I’ve honestly never seen him so happy and animated. He’ll probably always be an introvert at heart (like me!), but his world has opened up so much by attending JMU. I once asked him if he’d ever want to transfer and he said not in a million years.

And he lived on campus for his first two years. He’s now a junior and living off campus with his best friends. Highly, highly recommend JMU.

My son is both of these two. Freshman, planning off campus next year. Very high grade point average, went in with something like 20 credits. Only wanted JMU. WE KNOW SEVERAL CURRENT STUDENTS AND DOZENS OF ALUMNI FROM VIRGINIA TECH. THEY JUST AREN'T HIS PEOPLE. (SORRY, Spoke that not sure why all caps. Not yelling it) Wait listed UVA, withdrew when accepted to JMU honors.

Honors college is perfect for smart, friendly introverts. He made more close friends in the first two months than his entire life. All of them , except his friend from HS who roomed with him in honors' dorm, are honors college kids so that was probably the trick. He likes that the honors dorm is east campus, calmer vibe, better dining hall, URec is close, easy walk to "main" campus. The highway doesn't really make a difference unless you get last dorm choice. He gets two advisors, one for major & one for HC. NICE TO get different viewpoints.

His friends are liberal & open minded, honors college probably does make a difference than over general population.

Harrisonburg within walking distance of campus is safe. UVA is sketchy to put nicely.

Classes are no more than 30. Honors lecture was less than 15. Honors students get early class selection is a huge benefit. Teachers give lots of thoughtful feedback on work.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote: The kids who went to JMU from her HS were generally bright, social and well rounded, but “just missed” UVA, WM or VT Engineering (and these programs are very competitive from NOVA— lots of top students get locked out). Humanities at JMU and VT seem to be similarly competitive.

My kid is a studious introvert and is loving WM. If she has not been accepted, she would not have attended JMU because outgoing, social party scene is not someplace she would have been happy. Her other applications were SLACs and UMW as a safety.

Like all colleges, it’s a fit. The kids in the top 10% to 30% of our large NOVA HS seem to excel there— especially kids whose ECs are athletics, drama or something similarly team based and want a balance of academic and fun.

I attended a SLAC, and one of my concerns about JMU and VT was that so many kids were off campus after the first year. I like the residential college vibe for my kids (of course, WM is renovating dorms and now only guarantees two years of housing, so *shrug*).

I also have a studious introvert who did choose JMU - and it’s been the best experience for him. He has come out of his shell in innumerable ways while still pursuing a very challenging major. I’ve honestly never seen him so happy and animated. He’ll probably always be an introvert at heart (like me!), but his world has opened up so much by attending JMU. I once asked him if he’d ever want to transfer and he said not in a million years.

And he lived on campus for his first two years. He’s now a junior and living off campus with his best friends. Highly, highly recommend JMU.

My son is both of these two. Freshman, planning off campus next year. Very high grade point average, went in with something like 20 credits. Only wanted JMU. WE KNOW SEVERAL CURRENT STUDENTS AND DOZENS OF ALUMNI FROM VIRGINIA TECH. THEY JUST AREN'T HIS PEOPLE. (SORRY, Spoke that not sure why all caps. Not yelling it) Wait listed UVA, withdrew when accepted to JMU honors.

Honors college is perfect for smart, friendly introverts. He made more close friends in the first two months than his entire life. All of them , except his friend from HS who roomed with him in honors' dorm, are honors college kids so that was probably the trick. He likes that the honors dorm is east campus, calmer vibe, better dining hall, URec is close, easy walk to "main" campus. The highway doesn't really make a difference unless you get last dorm choice. He gets two advisors, one for major & one for HC. NICE TO get different viewpoints.

His friends are liberal & open minded, honors college probably does make a difference than over general population.

Harrisonburg within walking distance of campus is safe. UVA is sketchy to put nicely.

Classes are no more than 30. Honors lecture was less than 15. Honors students get early class selection is a huge benefit. Teachers give lots of thoughtful feedback on work.

Really good to hear as parent of an introvert considering the honors college.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote: The kids who went to JMU from her HS were generally bright, social and well rounded, but “just missed” UVA, WM or VT Engineering (and these programs are very competitive from NOVA— lots of top students get locked out). Humanities at JMU and VT seem to be similarly competitive.

My kid is a studious introvert and is loving WM. If she has not been accepted, she would not have attended JMU because outgoing, social party scene is not someplace she would have been happy. Her other applications were SLACs and UMW as a safety.

Like all colleges, it’s a fit. The kids in the top 10% to 30% of our large NOVA HS seem to excel there— especially kids whose ECs are athletics, drama or something similarly team based and want a balance of academic and fun.

I attended a SLAC, and one of my concerns about JMU and VT was that so many kids were off campus after the first year. I like the residential college vibe for my kids (of course, WM is renovating dorms and now only guarantees two years of housing, so *shrug*).

I also have a studious introvert who did choose JMU - and it’s been the best experience for him. He has come out of his shell in innumerable ways while still pursuing a very challenging major. I’ve honestly never seen him so happy and animated. He’ll probably always be an introvert at heart (like me!), but his world has opened up so much by attending JMU. I once asked him if he’d ever want to transfer and he said not in a million years.

And he lived on campus for his first two years. He’s now a junior and living off campus with his best friends. Highly, highly recommend JMU.

I’m one of the PP alums and it’s interesting for me to hear this, because I’m also a total introvert (though admittedly not especially studious) and I also feel like JMU drew me out of my shell. Good for your son.

Also, go, FBS Dukes!

[Anonymous]

Also the parent of an JMU Honors College student who really likes the program, and not just for academics. Made great friends in the program.
JMU has a number of very strong pre-professional programs in areas like health and business. Our daughter is a nursing major. She really loved VT when we looked at it but it doesn’t have a nursing major.

[Anonymous]

I have quiet, introverted kids and they all went to JMU and VT. All of them found their people, worked hard, and had a blast at both schools. And as other PPs said, they all surprised themselves (and us) by becoming more outgoing and involved. Both schools have been nothing but positive for them.